TV table - problems of choice

Modern TVs are thinner and can be hung on the wall. But not everyone likes this idea. The television screen can also be placed on a specially designated place in the cabinet furniture - the wall. But this option does not suit everyone. A modern TV stand is considered more relevant. It is compact, can be of any style, size and shape.

Determining the dimensions

The size of the TV stand is limited, perhaps by the available free space. The only thing that should probably be avoided is that the length of the furniture is less than the width of the TV. In this state of affairs, there is a high probability that when passing by, you can touch and knock the screen. If the size of the bedside table is larger, willy-nilly, you will have to bend around the obstacle along a large radius, so that the TV will be safe.

The TV stand can have different heights. They can be conditionally divided into three categories:

• Low and long. They have a height of 40-45 cm and a length of 90-120 cm. A TV cabinet of this type fits well into fashionable styles: modern, hi-tech, loft, minimalism.
  

  Low TV stand looks stylish

• Medium in height: 55-70 cm. This type of frame furniture can be called universal. Depending on the material, the manner of execution, the accessories used, it can fit into any style - from traditional classics and Provence to an extremely fashionable loft and minimalism.
• Tall TV stands. They have a height in the region of 90-120 cm. They can be narrow (50-60 cm wide) or wide (100-140 cm). In the latter case, they look more like a rack or mini-wall.

When choosing the height of the cabinet, it is worth remembering that for comfortable viewing, the TV must be located at a certain height. This height depends on the size of the screen and on the distance the TV is located from human eyes. In general, it is assumed that the middle of the screen should be located at human eye level.

How to choose the height of the TV stand

So, first of all, decide how high a modern TV stand should have. Next, measure the length of the TV and the space that you can set aside for installing this type of furniture. This will help determine the minimum and maximum dimensions of the TV stand. In the store, these numbers will come in handy. The exhibition halls have a large area, which makes the furniture seem smaller than it actually is. Based on the available measurements, it will be more difficult for you to miss the choice.

Functionality

A TV cabinet can have open and closed shelves, drawers. Previously, tapes, discs, and other similar "trifles" were stored here, but today it is irrelevant. All these attributes have almost disappeared from everyday life. But a large number of different chargers and other small and not so gadgets appeared, which are difficult to determine the place. Perhaps shelves and drawers near the TV are what you need.

Medium-height TV stands can be of any style

TV stands with open shelves are visually perceived as "lighter". But we must remember that dust collects on the shelves very quickly. If you are ready for daily cleaning, you can choose a model with more shelves. If regular maintenance is not your strong point, it makes sense to choose an option with only drawers or closed shelves.

What are they made of

If a modern-style TV stand is purchased separately, it matches the existing furniture in style, color and material. There will be no problems if your furniture is from Chipboard (laminated chipboard).It is from this material that such products are made in most cases. If the furniture is made of MDF, everything is a little more complicated - different companies make different facades, but here you can also find similar products.

When you go to the store, it is advisable to take some small piece of your furniture. This will help you to accurately determine the color and texture. If there are no small details, there is another option - remember the name of the finish of your furniture (for example, dark walnut, mahogany, etc.) and have a photo. Standard colors, if they differ from manufacturer to manufacturer, are insignificant. If the TV stand is separate from the rest of the furniture (and usually it does), no one will notice such a difference. A photo will help you more adequately assess the match in style.

TV stands are made from traditional materials: wood, laminated chipboard, MDF, glass and plastic

You can also find options from glass and steel pipes, from glass and plastic inserts. Your other furniture is unlikely to be made of similar materials. So you have to watch how the new item will blend in with the rest of the environment. Before buying, be sure to check the load-bearing capacity of such a structure. It is not prescribed in products made of chipboard and MDF, since they are high, but glass shelves have weight restrictions. Modern TVs are lightweight, but be careful. Your weight should not exceed the maximum permissible load.

If your cabinet furniture has glass inserts, it makes sense to look for glass of the same texture or color. The same applies to metal parts - it is desirable that they match the type of finish already available.

If the found TV stand in a modern style does not quite harmonize with the surrounding environment, you can correct the situation by using some accessories, additions that combine elements of new and old furniture. This will help bring everything together into a single ensemble.

Design features

Using corners wisely is not easy. One option is to put a TV screen in the corner. In this case, you will need a modern-style corner TV stand. In shape, the pedestals installed in the corner can be pentagonal or triangular. Pentagonal are more common. The depth of their central part is solid, so that the useful volume will be much larger than that of the "straight" counterparts.

Corner TV stands can be pentagonal and triangular

Models with a triangular base are suitable for small apartments. They take up much less space, thanks to which they will jade into a small free space. Small dimensions - low material consumption, low cost. If you are looking for an inexpensive TV stand, take a look at these models.

There are also TV stands with built-in brackets. If you install such a model, it seems that the TV is hanging on the wall. In fact, he is kept on the counter. In order for the entire structure to be stable, the curbstone itself has solid dimensions and it is usually made of chipboard, since the material is the heaviest, and the mass is needed so that the structure does not overturn. When choosing this type of furniture, pay attention to the mass of the screen that the structure can support. It is important.

TV stands with brackets for the screen

This option is good for walls with low load-bearing capacity and hang the TV on the wall dangerous or in the right place for a mortgage that can withstand the weight of the screen.

A modern-style hanging TV stand will perfectly fit into a modern interior. But this is an option exclusively for walls with good bearing capacity, since the entire mass - both the curbstone and the screen - falls on the wall. Due to the lack of legs, it seems that the furniture is floating. Due to this, the massive structure does not look so heavy.

TV cabinet without legs. Relevant for modern laconic interiors

Hanging TV stands are mounted on powerful brackets. Even so, they should not be loaded with a lot of things. In addition to the TV set itself, you can put a couple of decorative elements, and put a few gadgets.